Beta blocking medications attach to Beta receptors to inhibit or “block” the effects of epinephrine (adrenaline)and norepinephrine in the body.

The primary locations of Beta I, II, and III receptors.

Effects of epinephrine & norepinephrine’s stimulation of beta receptors on the heart.

Beta blockers effects on the heart.

When we should consider the use of beta blockers in the Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) and Tachycardia algorithms.

Contraindications to the use of beta blocker medications.

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